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Vintage 39.50 Carat Amethyst and 1.32Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Amethyst Quality Cut Emerald Content 39.50 carats Dimensions 23.78mm (length) x 19.05mm (width) x 12.52mm
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Palladium

10 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
( Diamond weight is 2 carats total) set in a unique 18 karat gold ring setting, setting has a lovely art
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1970s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Estate Vintage Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold Introducing our Estate Vintage Emerald
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Mid-20th Century Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 4.02 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.02 carat emerald cut diamond solitaire ring
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Vine Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
marquise-shaped gemstone leaves in Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire, weighing approximately 2.25 carats. The
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Late 20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leitão Irmão Art Deco Emerald Diamond Earrings Platinum Gold Portuguese 1930s
Located in Lisbon, PT
with a vivid baguette-cut emerald, estimated to weigh approximately 6.80 carats in total, framed by a
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1930s Portuguese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum

Ballou Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Post Earrings
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
contains a prong set .05 carat round faceted cut natural emerald, .10TW and two H/VS .02 carat round
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1990s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Horse Emerald Diamond Kachina 14 Karat Gold Pendant And Earrings Katsina
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT AND RARE EMERALD AND DIAMOND KACHINA MOTIF PENDANT NECKLACE WITH MATCHING
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20th Century American Native American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with 2.65 Cts Emerald and Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
vivid green emerald of 1.35 carats. Embellished, with a pave setting composed by 13 round brilliant cut
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1970s American Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

17.86 Carat Smokey Quartz Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring 1940s
Located in Towson, MD
brilliant cut diamonds, 2–2.5mm each, with a combined weight of approximately 0.17 carats, displaying I–J
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1940s Unknown Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Quartz, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Columbian Emerald Trilogy Art Deco inspired Ring with Diamonds in 18k Gold
Located in London, GB
carats, with excellent clarity. Its rectangular shape is accentuated by two sparkling, Emerald-cut
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1990s European Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sapphire all set at the end of a ridge of diamonds. An estimated total of 2 carats of round brilliant cut
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1990s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century 3.35 CTW Diamond Emerald Platinum 14K Gold Vintage Orchid Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
single cut diamonds Totaling approximately 1.17 carats - G/H color with VS2 clarity Accented by matte
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1950s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Platinum 2.14ctw SSEF Pear Emerald Long Baguette Diamond 3 Stone Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
emerald and diamond three-stone design. The breathtaking pear cut emerald displays the finest and most
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1960s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.22 Carat Morganite Cushion Cut and Pink Sapphire Round Cut 14K Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
: One prong-set Cushion-cut Genuine morganite measures 7 mm wide x 9 mm long Gemstone weight: 2 carats
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

J. E. Caldwell emerald and diamond cocktail ring, American, circa 1940.
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in London, GB
approximate weight of 0.90 carats, and one central marquise shaped old cut diamond in a claw setting with an
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1940s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 2.54 Carat Diamond and 14k White Gold Ring Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
2.51mm (depth) Feature Diamond Three Color J Clarity VVS2 Cut Emerald Content 0.52 carat Dimensions
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Earrings with Emeralds Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold by Gübelin
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
carats in a mesmerizing filigree pattern. Two pear-cut emeralds, weighing a total of 1.80 carats, exude
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Artist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 0.60 ct Diamonds and 1.17 ct Emeralds Platinum 950 Earrings
Located in MADRID, ES
have a combined weight of 3.74 grams. The Diamonds are antique-cut, totaling 0.60 carats, with SI-VS
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1930s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 14k Gold Pastel Color Sapphires Emerald Diamond Open Hinged Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Color - VS1-VS2 w/ Few SI Clarity - 0.60ctw (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Emeralds - 1 Emerald Cut , 2
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.38 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring, Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.38 carat emerald cut diamond solitaire ring in platinum
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s French 18 carat gold aquamarine and diamond brooch
Located in London, GB
emerald cut aquamarine of approximately 12 carats and a total of 0.25 carat single cut diamonds. It is a
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1950s French Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

18kt Gold and Platinum 3.85 ct. Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
totalling 3.00 carats and a two trillion-cut diamonds, tolling 1.60 carats. The emerald, cut in a classic
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1990s European 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring by Oscar Heyman Brothers
By Oscar Heyman
Located in London, GB
approximate weight of 1.60 carats, encircled by a cluster of sixty two round brilliant cut diamonds in open
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1970s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 1990 s 1.00 CTW Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round cut emerald weighing approximately 0.36 carat total - transparent medium green
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1990s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum 5-Row Pearl Bracelet with 8 Ctw in Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
CM Emerald Details: - Type: Natural Beryl - Carat: 8.00 (4.24ct, 3.72ct) - Cut: Emerald - Quantity
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1930s North American Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

18K Gold 1.20ct Pave Emerald 0.12ct Pave Diamond Fancy Cluster Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
, 1.20 carats. Diamonds: Natural, round cut, VS1-2, F-G, 0.12 carats Ring front width= around 10.50mm
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20th Century Asian 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Emis Beros 18k Gold Emerald Diamond Enamel Large Frog Toad Pin Brooch
By Emis
Located in Montclair, NJ
White Diamonds - 0.60ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Deep
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1980s Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning combined 0.88 carat ruby, sapphire and emerald, 0.93 carat diamond, 18 karat gold
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20th Century American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond Emerald Ring Set in 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
- 9 Carats Natural Rose Cut Gray Diamonds - 2 Carat This Ring is from the "Capri" traveling
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

David Webb Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Maltese Diamond And Emerald Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of this David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and Emerald
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20th Century American Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.11 Carats of Emeralds. This Ring has also Enamel
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling ...

Vintage Fire Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fire opals are the most striking bright orange colour. The emerald cut fire opal has such a fiery
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1980s British Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Tourmaline Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.30 Carats of Emeralds. This Ring has 0.30 Carats of
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow S...

Vintage 14k White Gold GIA 26.4ctw Ruby Emerald Diamond Handmade Bombe Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS1/VS2 2 stones SI1/I1 Clarity - G/H Color - 5.0ctw
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, White Gold

Antique Emerald Cocktail Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive emerald cut 0.97 carat emerald and 0.36 carat diamond ring in yellow gold
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1930s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond Emerald Retro Ring Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emeralds - 9 Carats Natural Rose Cut Gray Diamonds - 2 Carat This Ring is from the "Capri
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

R.C.M. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet with Pave Diamond Hearts and Emeralds
By RCM
Located in New York, NY
is designed with 2 sections which have been invisibly set with square Emerald cuts. They alternate
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1990s Italian Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

House of Igor Carl Fabergé Yellow Gold Amethyst Emerald Diamond Floral Earrings
By Peter Carl Fabergé
Located in New York, NY
amethyst and emerald Accents: 2 round-cut diamonds, approx. 0.05 carats total Weight: Approx. 4 grams
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20th Century Russian Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Umberto Fontana 3.20 Ct Diamond 40.00 Ct Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
natural Emerald drops which can detach for approx 40.00 carats for both - beautiful Green with some color
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1930s Italian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Solitaire Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central emerald cut diamond in this ring measures 40pts and has tapered baguette diamonds
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1960s British Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Retro 15 carat amethyst diamond 18k yellow gold cocktail ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Approximately 15 carat Accent stone: 2 round brilliant cut diamonds Weight: Approximately .10 carats Color: I
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20th Century Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Vintage Synthetic Emerald Diamond Ring 7.8g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds are baguette and single-cut rounds, .25 total carats. Ring size is 6 and can be sized up to an 8
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Late 20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Statement 18k Black Gold Ring with Tahitian Pearl, Emeralds and Black Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
cut emeralds at approx 6.50 carats and black diamonds weighing approx 2 carat in total. The ring
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1980s Brazilian 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY CO. Ring In Platinum And 18Kt Gold With 2.13 Ctw Emerald Diamonds
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
green Colombian emerald from the Chivor mines and two matching trillion cuts white colorless diamonds
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1990s American Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Classic Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal, Emerald and Diamond 10K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
) 1.48 Carat, Pear cut Emerald (2 pcs) 0.41 carat, along with Natural Round cut white Diamond (4 Pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Vintage Fred Paris Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bypass Engagement Ring
By Fred Paris
Located in London, GB
with a pear brilliant cut diamond opposite a mirrored emerald of the same cut. This bold ring really
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1980s European Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pear Shaped Emerald Ring with Baguette Round Diamonds Set in 18K Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold ring with 2 pear shaped emeralds weighing 0.80 carats total, 7 baguette diamonds
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1980s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.50 Carats of Emeralds. This Ring has a 0.20 Carats
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow ...

Vintage Platinum 3.04ctw GIA Round Brilliant Green Emerald Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Details Below for Complete Info ** (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Tapered Baguette Cut - Channel Set - G/H
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Oval Cut Ruby Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 1.56 Carats Oval Cut Ruby. Size ITA: 21 USA: 9 1/2
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

1.80 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 12-16MM Citrine 18K YG Charm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.80 Carat Round Brilliant G VS Diamond 1.00 Carat Emerald Cut Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Green Emeralds Diamond Bee Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Symmetry: Very Good Bezel Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with: Two (2) single cut natural diamonds
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Late 20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TRUDEL By Kurt Aepli Geometric Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.52 Ctw In Emerald Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
emerald with a total weight of about 2.52 carats. Diamonds: Mounted at the sides in floating bezel
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1970s Swiss Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Vintage Large 18k Gold 11.3ct GIA Oval Cabochon Emerald Diamond Clip on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent vintage pair of natural emerald and diamond statement earrings was crafted from
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Art Deco Style Platinum and 18K Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Dangle Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
0.47 carats. Displaying fine quality calibre cut emerald accents. Diamond grading: color grade: I
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20th Century Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Aqua and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous pale blue emerald cut aqua in this cocktail ring is stunning and measures approx 15pts
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1950s British Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

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2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 67 antique edition and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Hancocks, Cartier and Concierge Diamonds Inc. are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes square cut and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage?

The price for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage starts at $495 and tops out at $575,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $12,380.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.